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xeal · 26 June 2015, 03:46 AM

Well unlike a lot of people on here, I have only just caught the bug around 6 months ago.
I now read watches all day long!! History, movements, different references, watch videos, etc.
It's ALL I do. And I am being very impatient with wanting to have a small collection to start with.

Granted that I am only 25, have zero commitments, and make a good amount of money, also have saved up a good amount as I have had zero expensive hobbies in the past, I find myself going way too quickly!!

I bought an Omega speed master which I love dearly as my first watch.
I recently added a Rolex BLNR a few months ago and love that just as much.
I am now very seriously considering a Patek 5711.
I keep telling myself I will slow down after the next. I couldn't have imagined buying a watch as expensive as the 5711, and probably would have thought it was absolutely bizarre; but finding myself easily justifying it now and telling myself it will be the last for a full year.

I know collecting has to be slow, and should be enjoyed; However I just don't have the patience.

I can't be the only one..

powerfunk · 26 June 2015, 04:26 AM

Keep up the good work.

Slider817 · 26 June 2015, 05:25 AM

As long as you are enjoying it, and not just getting obsessed without getting any real joy, otherwise you'll just burn out.

I don't think that's such a crazy start, this is a public forum with a wide range of participants, many people buy $50k-$100K watches quite regularly, whereas some have been saving for years for their first steel Rolex.

As with most hobbies, people get very passionate in the beginning, and if they end up sticking with it for the long run, they usually calm down.

With watches it's an evolution for most people who stick with it, your tastes and interests change and evolve, I think you are buying good pieces at least from a resale perspective if your tastes change.

xeal · 26 June 2015, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Slider817

As long as you are enjoying it, and not just getting obsessed without getting any real joy, otherwise you'll just burn out.

I don't think that's such a crazy start, this is a public forum with a wide range of participants, many people buy $50k-$100K watches quite regularly, whereas some have been saving for years for their first steel Rolex.

As with most hobbies, people get very passionate in the beginning, and if they end up sticking with it for the long run, they usually calm down.

With watches it's an evolution for most people who stick with it, your tastes and interests change and evolve, I think you are buying good pieces at least from a resale perspective if your tastes change.

Oh I absolutely love it.
Wearing a watch that has a long history, that sings to me so loudly, and one that I find very aesthetically pleasing, and one that I have worked hard for - everything really.

I agree it does help that the resale value is very good for these watches.
I don't buy them as an investment, but it's good to know I can flip them very easily for quick money should I need it.

Promised myself I will slow down after the 5711 and enjoy the hunt for a while before I pull the trigger on the next one.

Thanks for the help.

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Originally Posted by locutus49

Switch to collecting pocket knives or some else less expensive for a while. To prove balance to your life.

That is a nice idea.
Not sure it will work though.

locutus49 · 26 June 2015, 05:27 AM

Switch to collecting pocket knives or some else less expensive for a while. To prove balance to your life.

trackntrail · 26 June 2015, 06:22 AM

Buy the 5711, my father purchased one recently and it is absolutely incredible. But at the rate you're going you should hold yourself to the "last one for a year" promise.

B. Doggy · 26 June 2015, 07:00 AM

The only real issue is that your tastes might change. I know mine have over time.

benlee · 26 June 2015, 08:11 AM

The 5711 is a good choice and a prudent purchase ( relatively ) as it's a popular piece and holds value very well. In case you got bored with it after buying you should have no problem selling it. As for "this is my last watch" thingy, I have tried it and it never works

In my first year of watch collecting, I average one new watch per month. This is my 3rd year and I have slowed down a lot since.

lapince · 26 June 2015, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by benlee

The 5711 is a good choice and a prudent purchase ( relatively ) as it's a popular piece and holds value very well. In case you got bored with it after buying you should have no problem selling it. As for "this is my last watch" thingy, I have tried it and it never works

In my first year of watch collecting, I average one new watch per month. This is my 3rd year and I have slowed down a lot since.

Yeah I second what Ben says, Good choice for the 5711, you may want to try the 5712, many have gone from 5711 to 5712 but I know none which went the opposite way, the 5712 is a very interesting piece

locutus49 · 26 June 2015, 08:28 AM

If you put your money in stocks you would be a multimillionaire in a few years. Just a thought.

GB-man · 26 June 2015, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

If you put your money in stocks you would be a multimillionaire in a few years. Just a thought.

What stocks are you buying John

35k into millions in a few years!

locutus49 · 26 June 2015, 12:33 PM

I've been buying stocks for 40 years.

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Originally Posted by GB-man

What stocks are you buying John

35k into millions in a few years!

xeal · 26 June 2015, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

If you put your money in stocks you would be a multimillionaire in a few years. Just a thought.

I must say you make it sound really easy.
Have a cousin that just lost a lot of money, and he's been buying stocks all his life.
I'm not saying you're wrong, but I wish it was that easy..

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Originally Posted by guelerct

Don't forget that having several nice watches starts the clock to several expensive services in five short years or so
It makes sense to stagger purchases for this reason alone

Very good point. Will keep that in mind; Actually haven't thought of this.

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Originally Posted by jjnd08

Don't go too fast.

It makes the hobby more enjoyable to look forward to a watch. Take the time to enjoy a new purchase,

And as stated, tastes change.

I agree. I just am this way in general I think.
Till try to calm myself. I really think it's because I am new to this, and extremely loving this whole new world I did not know existed.

Thank you guys very much for the responses! :) Much appreciated.

guelerct · 26 June 2015, 08:32 AM

Don't forget that having several nice watches starts the clock to several expensive services in five short years or so
It makes sense to stagger purchases for this reason alone

yjfang · 26 June 2015, 09:27 AM

It's better than blowing it on coke and hookers.

el1125 · 26 June 2015, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by yjfang

It's better than blowing it on coke and hookers.

Lol

jjnd08 · 26 June 2015, 09:46 AM

Don't go too fast.

It makes the hobby more enjoyable to look forward to a watch. Take the time to enjoy a new purchase,

And as stated, tastes change.

brandrea · 26 June 2015, 09:57 AM

Slow and steady as she goes

AK797 · 26 June 2015, 10:43 AM

When I joined here TRF did take over most of my free time with me plotting and planning my watch purchases but over time that reduces to a reasonable amount... because you are ofc broke.

thomaspp · 26 June 2015, 12:15 PM

Welcome aboard!! Crazy hobby man

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

wdin · 26 June 2015, 05:37 PM

wow! at this pace, you'll soon be itching for RM... now now... where's Paul and Roger...?

xeal · 26 June 2015, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by wdin

wow! at this pace, you'll soon be itching for RM... now now... where's Paul and Roger...?

Haha thankfully I find them very unaesthatic . I'm not complaining about it though. Also don't really like very big watches. I am actually glad my wrists are tiny at 6.25" or I would have way too many more options!!

The AP Jumbo for example. Too big for me .

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

speedy + BLNR + 5711....awesome SS trio!!

after that, gold.

Thank you Sir!
Not a huge fan of gold. Not yet at least. It just doesn't fit with my character or personality I think. Hard to explain, but I didn't last a day with my friend's gold Sub.

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Originally Posted by grnman

My wife calls me a "Watch O Sexual"

I too am in my 20's and have had a journey to date. Started with Tudors, Rolex and now on to AP's and looking at RM's. Hopefully I don't get to Greubel Forsey

Haha she's right on the money with that nickname!
Have you kept the Tudors, and the previous watches, or flipped and moved on to higher brands?
Good luck with the hunt!

Cru Jones · 26 June 2015, 06:50 PM

speedy + BLNR + 5711....awesome SS trio!!

after that, gold.

Racerdj · 27 June 2015, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

speedy + BLNR + 5711....awesome SS trio!!

after that, gold.

For sure!!

watchucallit · 26 June 2015, 07:16 PM

I think this is the one place people won't think your crazy :)

grnman · 26 June 2015, 08:18 PM

My wife calls me a "Watch O Sexual"

I too am in my 20's and have had a journey to date. Started with Tudors, Rolex and now on to AP's and looking at RM's. Hopefully I don't get to Greubel Forsey

texex91 · 26 June 2015, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdin

wow! at this pace, you'll soon be itching for RM... now now... where's Paul and Roger...?

Quote:

Originally Posted by grnman

My wife calls me a "Watch O Sexual"

I too am in my 20's and have had a journey to date. Started with Tudors, Rolex and now on to AP's and looking at RM's. y

I think it's awesome guys in their 20's are already into the higher end watches. There is another one here that has the largest AP collection I've ever seen and the sickness continues. It's a progression that is natural, as most watches are merely gateways into higher end brands.

Keep up the good work gents and yes I see RM's for BOTH of you in the near future

xeal · 26 June 2015, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

I think it's awesome guys in their 20's are already into the higher end watches. There is another one here that has the largest AP collection I've ever seen and the sickness continues. It's a progression that is natural, as most watches are merely gateways into higher end brands.

Keep up the good work gents and yes I see RM's for BOTH of you in the near future

Thank you kind Sir!
Have a nice day!

grnman · 26 June 2015, 10:18 PM

I have a friend who is younger than I and has 3x RM's and 2x ROO.
Here's an easy brain teaser for you. He has the Brazil edition RM030 and it matches his Aventador. So what colour is his Lambo?

I cant believe how my mind has changed from the stereo type youngster natural Rolex progression phase.
Ive tried the Patek dress watch phase but it didn't work. And that's the fun of the journey. I think ill stay with sports watches for many years to come.

texex91 · 26 June 2015, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by grnman

Here's an easy brain teaser for you. He has the Brazil edition RM030 and it matches his Aventador. So what colour is his Lambo?

.

Black with yellow interior or trim

I'm biased of course...

26 June 2015, 03:46 AM	#1
xeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: In a bubble Posts: 379	Anyone else impatient with the watch collecting? - It's taking over all my time!!!! Well unlike a lot of people on here, I have only just caught the bug around 6 months ago. I now read watches all day long!! History, movements, different references, watch videos, etc. It's ALL I do. And I am being very impatient with wanting to have a small collection to start with. Granted that I am only 25, have zero commitments, and make a good amount of money, also have saved up a good amount as I have had zero expensive hobbies in the past, I find myself going way too quickly!! I bought an Omega speed master which I love dearly as my first watch. I recently added a Rolex BLNR a few months ago and love that just as much. I am now very seriously considering a Patek 5711. I keep telling myself I will slow down after the next. I couldn't have imagined buying a watch as expensive as the 5711, and probably would have thought it was absolutely bizarre; but finding myself easily justifying it now and telling myself it will be the last for a full year. I know collecting has to be slow, and should be enjoyed; However I just don't have the patience. I can't be the only one..

26 June 2015, 07:00 AM	#7
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	The only real issue is that your tastes might change. I know mine have over time. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

26 June 2015, 09:46 AM	#17
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	Don't go too fast. It makes the hobby more enjoyable to look forward to a watch. Take the time to enjoy a new purchase, And as stated, tastes change. __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

26 June 2015, 12:15 PM	#20
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Welcome aboard!! Crazy hobby man Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

26 June 2015, 04:26 AM	#2
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	Keep up the good work.

26 June 2015, 05:25 AM	#3
Slider817 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: William Location: New York Watch: Journe, AP & Lange Posts: 868	As long as you are enjoying it, and not just getting obsessed without getting any real joy, otherwise you'll just burn out. I don't think that's such a crazy start, this is a public forum with a wide range of participants, many people buy $50k-$100K watches quite regularly, whereas some have been saving for years for their first steel Rolex. As with most hobbies, people get very passionate in the beginning, and if they end up sticking with it for the long run, they usually calm down. With watches it's an evolution for most people who stick with it, your tastes and interests change and evolve, I think you are buying good pieces at least from a resale perspective if your tastes change.

26 June 2015, 05:27 AM	#5
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	Switch to collecting pocket knives or some else less expensive for a while. To prove balance to your life.

26 June 2015, 06:22 AM	#6
trackntrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: San Francisco Watch: BLRO Posts: 502	Buy the 5711, my father purchased one recently and it is absolutely incredible. But at the rate you're going you should hold yourself to the "last one for a year" promise.

26 June 2015, 08:11 AM	#8
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	The 5711 is a good choice and a prudent purchase ( relatively ) as it's a popular piece and holds value very well. In case you got bored with it after buying you should have no problem selling it. As for "this is my last watch" thingy, I have tried it and it never works In my first year of watch collecting, I average one new watch per month. This is my 3rd year and I have slowed down a lot since.

26 June 2015, 08:28 AM	#10
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	If you put your money in stocks you would be a multimillionaire in a few years. Just a thought.

26 June 2015, 08:32 AM	#14
guelerct "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CT Watch: Omega Grey Side Posts: 395	Don't forget that having several nice watches starts the clock to several expensive services in five short years or so It makes sense to stagger purchases for this reason alone

26 June 2015, 09:27 AM	#15
yjfang "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: JF Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 Posts: 1,426	It's better than blowing it on coke and hookers.

26 June 2015, 09:57 AM	#18
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	Slow and steady as she goes

26 June 2015, 10:43 AM	#19
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	When I joined here TRF did take over most of my free time with me plotting and planning my watch purchases but over time that reduces to a reasonable amount... because you are ofc broke.

26 June 2015, 05:37 PM	#21
wdin "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: N/A Posts: 679	wow! at this pace, you'll soon be itching for RM... now now... where's Paul and Roger...?

26 June 2015, 06:50 PM	#23
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,301	speedy + BLNR + 5711....awesome SS trio!! after that, gold.

26 June 2015, 07:16 PM	#25
watchucallit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: San Fran Posts: 2,218	I think this is the one place people won't think your crazy :)

26 June 2015, 08:18 PM	#26
grnman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Australia Watch: watch what? Posts: 260	My wife calls me a "Watch O Sexual" I too am in my 20's and have had a journey to date. Started with Tudors, Rolex and now on to AP's and looking at RM's. Hopefully I don't get to Greubel Forsey

26 June 2015, 10:18 PM	#29
grnman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Australia Watch: watch what? Posts: 260	I have a friend who is younger than I and has 3x RM's and 2x ROO. Here's an easy brain teaser for you. He has the Brazil edition RM030 and it matches his Aventador. So what colour is his Lambo? I cant believe how my mind has changed from the stereo type youngster natural Rolex progression phase. Ive tried the Patek dress watch phase but it didn't work. And that's the fun of the journey. I think ill stay with sports watches for many years to come.

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